PS Cardiovascular Perfusionist
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on April 19, 2024
Announcement
Details
Open Date
06/22/2023
Requisition Number
PRN35437B
Job Title
PS Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Working Title
PS Pediatric Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Job Grade
H
FLSA Code
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Variable
Work Schedule Summary
variable
VP Area
U of U Health - Academics
Department
00265 - Cardiothoracic Division
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
130,000 - 240,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
Primary Children's Hospital affiliated with the University of Utah performs approximately 350-400 open heart cases per year with another 100+ pump standby cases. We are looking for someone who is a strong team player, hard worker, and has a desire to see the program succeed. The perfusionist is responsible for set-up, priming, and operation of the heart-lung console for circulatory support procedures as well as other ancillary equipment. The University of Utah pediatric perfusionist is involved in a wide variety of cardiac cases including, but not limited to: ASD, VSD, Tetralogy of Fallot, AV Canal, Norwood, Glenn, Fontan, unifocalization, valve repair/replacement, LVAD, RVAD, sVAD, heart transplantation, etc. Perfusion also provides services related to auto-transfusion, perfusion standby, and coagulation testing. There is limited involvement with ECMO, but Perfusion is occasionally asked to consult on difficult ECMO patients. Perfusion is also involved in air ECMO transport where we assist the ECMO primers during transport. We are affiliated with the University of Utah School of Medicine which has a rich history of providing excellent medical training and has recently provided the opportunity to teach and train upcoming perfusion students by starting a master's level Perfusion Program. All perfusionists will be a part of the clinical education of these students and may also have the opportunity to teach didactically in the classroom in addition to performing clinical responsibilities. On-call responsibilities are divided equally amongst the team. The duties described are generally descriptive but not all-inclusive.
Responsibilities
Major Duties and Responsibilities
· Routinely performs safety and performance checks on all equipment prior to use
· Sets up and primes any extracorporeal circuit according to protocol
· ECMO consultation and assistance with air transport
· Clinical Instruction of perfusion students
· Possible didactic instruction of perfusion students
· Conducts perfusion related procedures per protocol
· Records all procedural information relating to perfusion according to protocol
· Acquires and records pertinent patient information
· Thoroughly completes patient records, and ancillary paperwork for each procedure
· Assesses each case with respect to surgeon preferences and selects appropriate disposable supplies
· Responsible for completing the pre-procedure checklist
· Performs and documents Quality Control testing on all laboratory equipment per laboratory recommendations and requirements
· Wears protective equipment
· Keeps work area neat and well organized
· Communicates pertinent information throughout the procedure to appropriate personnel
· Gives an appropriate hand-off when being given relief
· Disposes of used or contaminated equipment or supplies in an appropriate manner
· Carefully cleans all equipment and surfaces with an appropriate solution per hospital regulations
· Restocks supplies
· Readies equipment and supplies as much as possible for emergent use
· Checks and maintains inventory levels
· Sets up, prepares and uses ancillary equipment
· Complies with all AABB standards relating to the use and handling of peri-operative blood and blood products
· Does not leave the hospital premises prior to the patient leaving the operating room without notifying the attending surgeon or designate.
(This listing is not all-inclusive and does not exclude other functions that could be assigned)
Performance Requirements
Personal
Must be in good physical and mental health. Must be able to push heavy equipment and lift or move supplies. Must be able to work in high stress and emergency situations. Must be able to maintain solid interpersonal relationships.
Professional
Must be willing to work in highly stressful conditions with exposure to blood and blood products, needles, sharp instruments, possible exposure to infectious disease and blood-borne pathogens, as well as exposure to anesthetic and chemotherapy agents. The perfusionist must be willing to work long and unpredictable hours and assume call responsibilities as assigned. Must be able to perform duties as an individual as well as part of a team.
Education
Must maintain their personal credentialing and licensure set forth by the ABCP, state, and their employer. The perfusionist will be involved with the clinical instruction of perfusion students as well as the possibility of teaching in the School of Medicine.
Minimum Qualifications
Care is appropriate to the population served.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Details
Open Date
06/22/2023
Requisition Number
PRN35437B
Job Title
PS Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Working Title
PS Pediatric Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Job Grade
H
FLSA Code
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Variable
Work Schedule Summary
variable
VP Area
U of U Health - Academics
Department
00265 - Cardiothoracic Division
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
130,000 - 240,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
Primary Children's Hospital affiliated with the University of Utah performs approximately 350-400 open heart cases per year with another 100+ pump standby cases. We are looking for someone who is a strong team player, hard worker, and has a desire to see the program succeed. The perfusionist is responsible for set-up, priming, and operation of the heart-lung console for circulatory support procedures as well as other ancillary equipment. The University of Utah pediatric perfusionist is involved in a wide variety of cardiac cases including, but not limited to: ASD, VSD, Tetralogy of Fallot, AV Canal, Norwood, Glenn, Fontan, unifocalization, valve repair/replacement, LVAD, RVAD, sVAD, heart transplantation, etc. Perfusion also provides services related to auto-transfusion, perfusion standby, and coagulation testing. There is limited involvement with ECMO, but Perfusion is occasionally asked to consult on difficult ECMO patients. Perfusion is also involved in air ECMO transport where we assist the ECMO primers during transport. We are affiliated with the University of Utah School of Medicine which has a rich history of providing excellent medical training and has recently provided the opportunity to teach and train upcoming perfusion students by starting a master's level Perfusion Program. All perfusionists will be a part of the clinical education of these students and may also have the opportunity to teach didactically in the classroom in addition to performing clinical responsibilities. On-call responsibilities are divided equally amongst the team. The duties described are generally descriptive but not all-inclusive.
Responsibilities
Major Duties and Responsibilities
· Routinely performs safety and performance checks on all equipment prior to use
· Sets up and primes any extracorporeal circuit according to protocol
· ECMO consultation and assistance with air transport
· Clinical Instruction of perfusion students
· Possible didactic instruction of perfusion students
· Conducts perfusion related procedures per protocol
· Records all procedural information relating to perfusion according to protocol
· Acquires and records pertinent patient information
· Thoroughly completes patient records, and ancillary paperwork for each procedure
· Assesses each case with respect to surgeon preferences and selects appropriate disposable supplies
· Responsible for completing the pre-procedure checklist
· Performs and documents Quality Control testing on all laboratory equipment per laboratory recommendations and requirements
· Wears protective equipment
· Keeps work area neat and well organized
· Communicates pertinent information throughout the procedure to appropriate personnel
· Gives an appropriate hand-off when being given relief
· Disposes of used or contaminated equipment or supplies in an appropriate manner
· Carefully cleans all equipment and surfaces with an appropriate solution per hospital regulations
· Restocks supplies
· Readies equipment and supplies as much as possible for emergent use
· Checks and maintains inventory levels
· Sets up, prepares and uses ancillary equipment
· Complies with all AABB standards relating to the use and handling of peri-operative blood and blood products
· Does not leave the hospital premises prior to the patient leaving the operating room without notifying the attending surgeon or designate.
(This listing is not all-inclusive and does not exclude other functions that could be assigned)
Performance Requirements
Personal
Must be in good physical and mental health. Must be able to push heavy equipment and lift or move supplies. Must be able to work in high stress and emergency situations. Must be able to maintain solid interpersonal relationships.
Professional
Must be willing to work in highly stressful conditions with exposure to blood and blood products, needles, sharp instruments, possible exposure to infectious disease and blood-borne pathogens, as well as exposure to anesthetic and chemotherapy agents. The perfusionist must be willing to work long and unpredictable hours and assume call responsibilities as assigned. Must be able to perform duties as an individual as well as part of a team.
Education
Must maintain their personal credentialing and licensure set forth by the ABCP, state, and their employer. The perfusionist will be involved with the clinical instruction of perfusion students as well as the possibility of teaching in the School of Medicine.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of a formal academic training program in cardiovascular perfusion.
- Current certification by the American Board of cardiovascular perfusion.
Care is appropriate to the population served.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Have you completed a formal academic training program in cardiovascular perfusion?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a current certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
